Running is how I relax and unwind most days. It's much like therapy for me. It's my chance to think, or share a laugh with my wonderful running partners and friends.

And this month, I'm going to be running and walking with YOU on Tuesday nights via Fleet Feet Sports' Ton of Fun program. Fleet Feet offers numerous opportunities and programs for runners - from novices through Boston Marathon-level athletes.

When I started training for my first and second marathons back in 2010 and 2011, I started running with Fleet Feet. I met new people and ran with strangers that became friends that felt more like family.

And I successfully completed both races.

Now I want to run with you!

I will be working out Tuesdays in July at 6 p.m. out of the Fleet Feet Armory store, 155 Culver Road. Join us for the (hilly) fun and the Women Run the Roc 5k in Rochester on July 27.

Want to know little more about me?

A lapsed competitive swimmer and rower-turned-runner, I've always loved sports. I ran in high school and then picked it up again as cross-training for my crew club. Soon enough, I found myself running half marathons and marathons and knew I couldn't keep up with both sports. Running ultimately won out, in part because I can squeeze a run in any time, any place.

I've completed five marathons and more than 25 half-marathons with more on the horizon.

I love to run in the snow and never run with music. There's no feeling in the world like when you cross a finish line and realize you can accomplish anything you set your mind to.

I had a blast running with Fleet Feet run on July 1 and I can't wait to chat and workout with more of you as the month progresses. I'm not a running coach, but will happily share tips and advice of what worked for me!

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Victoria Freile covers a bit of everything for the Democrat and Chronicle, including breaking news and active recreation. She also writes a new working mom column.&nbsp;A reporter with Gannett for more than 17 years, Victoria is a former competitive swimmer and rower-turned-runner. She's completed six marathons and dozens of shorter races, but really just loves to run – alone or with her friends. She's learning a whole new world as a parent. Victoria lives in a 190-ish-year-old farm house in Penfield with her husband and son.